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Full Resource Name:
Gilbert Stuart Birthplace & Museum
Address
815 Gilbert Stuart Road
Saunderstown, RI 02874
(401) 294-3001
Description:
The birthplace of one of America's foremost portrait painters displays period furnishings, the first American snuff mill and a water wheel.
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Description
The birthplace of one of America's foremost portrait painters displays period furnishings, the first American snuff mill and a water wheel.
Availability
Admission payment allows entry to the gallery exhibit, access to museum grounds and trails, and a guided tour of the Birthplace and Hammond Gristmill. Entry into the Birthplace and Hammond Gristmill is with the guided tour only
Hours
April 29âJune 15 ThuâMon 10:00AMâ3:00PM; June 16âAugust 31 Daily 10:00AMâ3:00PM; SeptemberâOctober ThuâMon 10:00AMâ3:00PM
Eligibility
All are welcome. Limited wheel chair access.
Fees
Memberships: Individual $40/year, Family $60/year, Associate $100/year, Patron $250/year Benefactor $500/year, Gilbert Stuart Circle $1000/year. Admission: Adults $10; Children (6 â 12) $6; Members Admitted Free
Intake Procedure
Purchase a membership online. Reserve a tour online or over the phone.
Service Area
Saunderstown
Geography Served
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Telephone Numbers
Description
The birthplace of one of America's foremost portrait painters displays period furnishings, the first American snuff mill and a water wheel.
Availability
Admission payment allows entry to the gallery exhibit, access to museum grounds and trails, and a guided tour of the Birthplace and Hammond Gristmill. Entry into the Birthplace and Hammond Gristmill is with the guided tour only
Hours
April 29âJune 15 ThuâMon 10:00AMâ3:00PM; June 16âAugust 31 Daily 10:00AMâ3:00PM; SeptemberâOctober ThuâMon 10:00AMâ3:00PM
Eligibility
All are welcome. Limited wheel chair access.
Fees
Memberships: Individual $40/year, Family $60/year, Associate $100/year, Patron $250/year Benefactor $500/year, Gilbert Stuart Circle $1000/year. Admission: Adults $10; Children (6 â 12) $6; Members Admitted Free
Intake Procedure
Purchase a membership online. Reserve a tour online or over the phone.
Service Area
Saunderstown
Geography Served
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
General Information
Hours:
April 29!June 15 Thu!Mon 10:00AM!3:00PM; June 16!August 31 Daily 10:00AM!3:00PM; September!October Thu!Mon 10:00AM!3:00PM
Intake Process:
Purchase a membership online. Reserve a tour online or over the phone.
Program Fees:
Memberships: Individual $40/year, Family $60/year, Associate $100/year, Patron $250/year Benefactor $500/year, Gilbert Stuart Circle $1000/year.
Admission: Adults $10; Children (6 ! 12) $6; Members Admitted Free
Eligibility:
All are welcome
Accessibility:
Welcome Center and Gallery is accessible via a ramp in the front of the building. Public areas in this building meet ADA guidelines.
The Benjamin Hammond Gristmill and the Birthplace have several stone stairs and are not wheelchair accessible. The lower level of the Birthplace (the Snuff Mill) can be reached by a narrow staircase or via a grassy hill beside the Birthplace.
Is Shelter?
No
Miscellaneous
AKA:
Gilbert Stuart Museum
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
March 15, 2022
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer opportunities available at the Museum include historical interpreters (docents), and volunteers for gardens, special events, newsletter, and more. Call or visit for more information.
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
815 Gilbert Stuart Road
Saunderstown, RI 02874
Mailing
815 Gilbert Stuart Road
Saunderstown, RI 02874
Contacts
Peggy O'Connor
Primary Contact
Executive Director
General Email
Phone Numbers
Main phone
(401) 294-3001
Fax
(401) 294-3869